This act [77-1A-1 to 77-1A-6 NMSA 1978] may be cited as the “Dangerous Dog Act”. History: Laws 2005, ch. 61, § 1. ANNOTATIONS Effective dates. — Laws 2005, ch. 61 contained no effective date provision, but, pursuant to N.M. Const., art. IV, § 23, was effective June 17, 2005, 90 days after adjournment of the […]
As used in the Dangerous Dog Act: A. “animal control authority” means an entity authorized to enforce the animal control laws of a city, county or state, whether acting alone or in concert with other governmental authorities. In those areas not served by an animal control authority, the sheriff or municipal law enforcement shall carry […]
A dog shall not be declared a dangerous or potentially dangerous dog if: A. the dog was used by a law enforcement official for legitimate law enforcement purposes; B. the threat, injury or damage was sustained by a person or domestic animal who was: (1) trespassing upon premises occupied by the owner or the dog; […]
A. If an animal control authority has probable cause to believe that a dog is a dangerous dog and poses an imminent threat to public safety, the animal control authority may apply to a court of competent jurisdiction in the county where the animal is located for a warrant to seize the animal. B. If […]
A. An animal control authority shall issue a certificate of registration to the owner of a potentially dangerous dog if the owner establishes that: (1) the owner is able to keep the dog under control at all times; (2) a license, if applicable, has been issued pursuant to the requirements of the jurisdiction; (3) the […]
A. It is unlawful for an owner of a dangerous or potentially dangerous dog to: (1) keep the dog without a valid certificate of registration; (2) violate the registration and handling requirements for the dog; (3) fail to notify the animal control authority immediately upon: (a) the escape of the dog; or (b) an attack […]
